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Will getting another dog help dog aggression?
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Nov 23, 2022
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GerryHenegar
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Nov 23, 2022
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SonAnderson
The degree of aggression may vary from one dog to another and between objects. For instance, your dog might not care if you sit down and pet him while he chews a rubber toy, but he may turn and snap at you when you do the same thing while he chews a pig's ear. It all depends on the value that the dog attributes to each object or resource.
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Nov 25, 2022
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VelmaCruz
The other dog owner promptly turns and takes his dog in the other direction; effectively teaching the first dog that aggression will keep other dogs away. In essence, the first dog has learned, with the help of his owner, that other dogs are bad and that aggression will keep them away.
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Nov 25, 2022
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RonaldCurtis
A dog may have become overly aggressive because of its past experiences, including abuse and neglect. For example, it may not have socialized with other dogs as a puppy, or it may have had a traumatic encounter with another dog. Dogs rescued from dog fighting operations also tend to exhibit inter-dog aggression more frequently.
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Nov 26, 2022
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Its not uncommon for people who are living with a dog who is afraid of people or new environments to wonder if getting another dog would be helpful. Its a generous thought but there are many potential pitfalls to take into consideration before making that leap. Being around others who a dog feels safe with [&]
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Nov 27, 2022
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RobertaBlackman
Defensive aggression: Similar to fear aggressionthe dog attacks in defense of something rather than trying to retreat first. These dogs have generally given other, more subtle, indications that they want to be left alone before biting, such as turning their head away. Social aggression: The dog reacts aggressively to other dogs in social situations.
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Dec 3, 2022
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RobertSpencer
True, certain types of dogs were, historically, bred specifically to fight other dogs. However, since most modern countries have outlawed dog blood sports, breeders have mostly bred aggressive...
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Dec 3, 2022
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NicholasRosenstein
Dog aggression is a major dog problem for owners. I want to help you understand the causes of dog aggression, so you can overcome this dog problem. Dog aggression stems from the dogs frustration and dominance. The dogs frustration comes from a lack of dog exercise, and the dogs dominance comes from a lack of calm-assertive leadership. Breed and Dog Aggression. I deal with a lot of red zone dog behavior cases, and I often hear people incorrectly blaming the breed.
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Dec 3, 2022
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JaniceCooley
The safety of your new puppy can be a concern if the older dog is aggressive. I dont really want another dog, but my kids do. Your kids may be telling you, Ill take care of the dog.
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Dec 3, 2022
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JohnMitchell
The long-held belief that neutering will help curb aggression coupled with the need to reduce the number of unwanted dogs means people are quick to head to the vet for this procedure. This, the study suggests, can actually increase the problem, in turn making them more vulnerable to ending up in a shelter. And That Isnt All
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Dec 4, 2022
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KatieHarris
So if your dog is currently mourning the loss of a previous companion, a second dog can become a source of comfort and new companionship. 10. You can help more animals in need
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